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Female Directors Rule Bollywood: Oscar Race, National Awards & Box Office Hits

Female Directors Rule Bollywood: Oscar Race, National Awards & Box Office Hits

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News18•08-03-2026, 13:53

Female Directors Rule Bollywood: Oscar Race, National Awards & Box Office Hits

•Kiran Rao's 'Laapataa Ladies' was India's official entry for the 97th Academy Awards, winning audience hearts.
•Reema Kagti directed critically acclaimed 'Talaash' and successful 'Gold', showcasing her unique storytelling.
•Zoya Akhtar, known for 'Gully Boy' and 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara', established Tiger Baby Films, delivering diverse hits.
•Meghna Gulzar, a Filmfare Best Director winner for 'Raazi', also helmed 'Talvar', 'Chhapaak', and 'Sam Bahadur'.
•Aparna Sen, a two-time National Award winner for '36 Chowringhee Lane' and 'Mr. and Mrs. Iyer', is a Bollywood legend.

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